By Kara Masterson Having an attractive and inviting exterior of your home is essential for creating a lasting impression on visitors. Curb appeal can also increase the overall value of your property, making it more desirable to potential buyers should you decide to sell. There are many ways that you can boost the curb appeal of your home without breaking the bank....
By Lizzie Weakley
If you live in a location that reaches freezing temperatures, you might be concerned about the effect it could have on your home. Choosing a siding that not only looks good, but will last, is important to any homeowner. Here are three options that you can count on in the cold!
Vinyl Siding
For many homeowners, the choice of siding...
By Emma Sturgis Moving into an older home can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. On the one hand, you get to give a new life to a building with some history. On the other, you never know what you’re going to find or have to fix once you actually move in. Here are some areas where it’s important to make improvements shortly after moving into an old house. Electrical...
By Rachelle Wilber
Tankless water heaters are becoming increasingly popular because they are a more efficient way to heat water. However, they must be properly taken care of to extend their lives. Here are four ways to help your tankless water heater last longer.
Keep It Clean
Cleanliness is essential if you want to extend the life of your tankless hot water...
By Brooke Chaplan
You and your family are probably using your water heater every single day, and that appliance must stand up to quite a bit of abuse over the years. Here is a quick glimpse at four of the most common causes of a broken water heater and a few steps that you can take to get that unit back to perfect working condition.
Tripped Circuit Breaker
Those...
By Emma Sturgis Winter time can be a difficult season for many homeowners. Not only do you have to worry about the cold temperatures, but you also have to make sure your home is insulated properly. This will help keep the warmth in and your energy bills down. Here are some home repairs that you'll need to make this winter to better insulate your home. Replace Your...
By Kyla Stewart When winter arrives, people all over the country reach for their thermostats to turn on the heat. Your furnace will keep your home warm and comfortable all year long, and makes surviving those cold winter days a little bit easier. However, there is a chance you are making some mistakes when it comes to heating your home this winter. These mistakes...
By Lizzie Weakley Whether you are planning to sell your home or just want to make it one of the best-looking homes in your neighborhood, the good news is that you can use a variety of easy ideas to give your home the curb appeal it deserves. If you're ready to get started, here are five things you can do that won't take much time and won't bust your budget along...
By Brooke Chaplin
The windows in your home serve many purposes. From keeping cold weather out to providing natural light to the interior of your home, there are many things to consider when determining which type of window to have installed. We're going to share with you some of the most commonly installed window types in the modern home.
Double Hung Windows
If...
By Rachelle Wilber As winter approaches, you’ll want to get your home’s air conditioner prepared for the cold season. Even though you likely won’t be turning on your AC anytime during the winter, it’s still important that you perform certain tasks to help ensure that your unit remains up to standard so that it will be ready to use again when the warmer...
